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Apply odour control to structures and contents

Apply odour control to structures and contents

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO4105
State Code
ODO75
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/10/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to remove odours from building structures such as timber and plaster, and contents including carpets, furnishings and personal items by identifying the type of odour and selecting and applying odour control methods according to the odour and material type. The source of odours can be due to factors such as animal or human body odour, animal waste, chemicals, decaying matter, faeces, fire and smoke, urine, vomit and water damage.The unit is informed by aspects of standards set by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and relevant Australian Standards and applies to experienced technicians responding to jobs in commercial and domestic sites. This unit is suitable for cleaning industry personnel who use well-developed cognitive, technical and communication skills and a broad knowledge base to select and apply specialist methods, tools, materials and information in disaster cleaning and restoration contexts. They complete routine and non-routine activities and provide and transmit solutions to a variety of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Inspect and assess structures and contents affected by odour.
  • 1.1 Clarify site access, areas to be restored and scope of work with building owner, client, insurer or supervisor.
  • 1.2 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards, risks and contamination and determine control measures, including containment and engineering controls required, according to WHS requirements.
  • 1.4 Determine the origin and type of odour according to job requirements.
  • 1.5 Investigate materials and construction of affected structure and contents to determine if disposal is required or restoration is viable.
  • 1.6 Seek specialist advice, where required, according to job, organisational and legislative requirements.
  • 1.7 Document condition of area to be restored and advise client, building owner or insurer of the results of the assessment, proposed remediation methods, risks and likely outcomes and seek approval to proceed according to organisational requirements.
2 Prepare to apply odour control.
  • 2.1 Determine odour control methods, equipment and sequence of tasks according to job requirements.
  • 2.2 Position safety signage, barriers, containment and engineering controls and confirm that area is safe to access and work in according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 2.3 Select the required odour counteractants and appropriate equipment and check for correct operation for safe use according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 2.4 Determine sequence of tasks for maximum hygiene and efficiency of odour removal.
3 Apply odour control treatment.
  • 3.1 Pre-clean by removing as much of the source of the odour as possible, including unsalvageable debris that contributes to odour generation and recontamination of cleaned and deodorised areas, according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 3.2 Clean salvageable surfaces and items in order to physically remove odour-causing residue according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 3.3 Seal salvageable surfaces to encapsulate odour and prevent progressive recontamination according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 3.4 Treat remaining odour with an odour counteractant according to manufacturer instructions and WHS requirements.
  • 3.5 Create a deodorising fog or gas that seeks out and combines with smoke-related odour-causing substances according to manufacturer instructions and job requirements.
  • 3.6 Assess outcome of odour removal activities and repeat action when odour has not been removed sufficiently to meet job requirements.
4 Complete work activities.
  • 4.1 Record odour treatment and outcomes and seek independent verification or sign-off, as required, according to job and WHS requirements.
  • 4.2 Remove safety signage barriers, containment and engineering controls and dispose of soil and waste according to WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 4.3 Clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
  • 4.4 Check equipment for faults, wear or damage and report according to organisational requirements.
  • 4.5 Store equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXF76 CPPCLO3010 Apply odour control to carpets Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHD7 CPP40421 Certificate IV in Cleaning Qualification